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Exhibitions and Events

Step into the Metaverse of Magic at Canberra Theatre

In a world-first fusion of theatrical production, jaw-dropping magic, mind-bending illusions, stagecraft, gaming principles and technology that pushes the limits of imagination, audiences are invited into the Metaverse of Magic.

Take 5 with Brent Pace, producer of A Taste of Ireland

After two decades of touring the globe, Irish dance sensation Brent Pace created the Pace Live Entertainment Group. The company brings the showstopping A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation to Canberra Theatre on Saturday 21 October.

Feel the emotions of Canberra’s landscapes at Humble House

During pandemic lockdowns, a love of painting was reignited in Andy Sumner. Not putting the brush down since, the impressionist artist hosts his first exhibition, The Colours I Feel, at Humble House gallery from 21 October.

All the fun of the Fair – Steampunk Victoriana Fair Returns for 2023

It’s time to dust off your top hats and restring your corsets in preparation for one of Goulburn’s flagship events – Steampunk Victoriana Fair – taking place at the Goulburn Historic Waterworks on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 October.

Find a world of treasures on the Queanbeyan-Palerang Arts Trail

Take a peek into the inner workings of the creative minds of makers of our region in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Arts Trail.

Beauty and simplicity intersect in ‘Shadow Play’ at Humble House gallery

Artist Hillary Warren invites Canberrans to see the beauty in the simple in her new exhibition, Shadow Play, at Humble House gallery from 2 September to 1 October.

Australian Wind Symphony brings striking performance to ANU

The third performance of the Australian Wind Symphony’s 2023 season offers an electrifying, colourful and passionate concert of contemporary classical music.

See Heroes, Heroines and Bastards like never before at Humble House

Western Australian expressionist artist Karen Chappelow showcases her new works in 'Heroes, Heroines and Bastards' at Humble House Gallery from 26 August to 24 September.

Lightbulb Improv turns on a killer comedy

Actor and director Ali Clinch has been commissioned by Lightbulb Improv to direct its latest theatre production, The Family Business, showing at the Canberra Theatre Centre from 31 August to 2 September.

Whitlam’s Folio shows gratitude and beauty at National Archives

See politics and art collide in Dedicated to the Dedicated: Whitlam, the Arts and Democracy at the National Archives of Australia.

Voyeurism, chosen family and intimacy in photos at National Gallery

Take a voyeuristic journey of connection and intimacy between a community of lovers and friends in Nan Goldin: The ballad of sexual dependency, at the National Gallery of Australia until 28 January 2024.

ABBA Dancing QUEENS Drag Lunch in Canberra

Get ready dancing queens! An ABBA-themed DRAG Lunch is coming to Canberra for one day only on Saturday 23 September.

Get LEGO-inspired food at Brick Burger Canberra

Enjoy Brick Burger's LEGO-themed world of food and fun when their pop-up store comes to Canberra for two days later this year.

National Library shares our sporting stories in ‘Grit & Gold’

Grit & Gold: Tales from a Sporting Nation help tell our story at the National Library of Australia until 5 November.

School holiday activity guide

Check out the advertisers in our special school holiday activity guide and discover activities, attractions or hidden gems in and around Canberra that offer fun for all the family.

Objects share our story in ‘Material World’ at National Museum

Telling a tale of the importance of good design, the National Museum of Australia (NMA) displays Material World until 15 April 2024.

Revisit tales of youth in ‘Tell Me a Story’ at Humble House

Catherine Forsayeth takes us on a journey back to the times of tall tales in Tell Me a Story at Humble House Gallery, Fyshwick, from 17 June to 16 July.

Get ready to Swing That Music, Canberra!

Ed Wilson and Emma Pask are coming to Canberra with their amazing jazz/swing/big band skills for a strictly one-off celebration with the incredible Australian Wind Symphony.

From acupuncture to nature: Five Elements

Carmen Ky’s Five Elements will flow through Humble House from 29 April to 28 May.

Shen Yun Brings 5,000 Years to Canberra

Discover authentic Chinese culture, as Shen Yun Performing Arts, the world’s premier classical Chinese dance and music company, returns to Canberra Theatre Centre in May.

Discover the colours of Canberra at Humble House

Italian artist Luca Siliquini presents his first exhibition in Australia at Humble House Gallery, from 18 March to 16 April.

Somewhere between Heaven and Earth at Humble House

Marilyn Hutchinson is hoping to connect people with nature and their inner selves in her new solo exhibition, Heaven and Earth, at Humble House Gallery from Saturday 11 March.

Female spiritual power through the ages at National Museum

The newest exhibition at the National Museum of Australia (NMA) explores what power looks like through a feminine lens, embracing everything from goddesses like Persephone or our homegrown pop goddess, Kylie, to religious symbols, folklore, and more. Feared and Revered: Feminine Power through the Ages is open until 23 August 2023.

2023 Australians of the Year celebrated at National Museum

If a picture is worth a thousand words, what can a deeply personal object tell you about someone? The newest exhibition at the National Museum of Australia (NMA) aims to connect people with those making massive contributions to our country.

Faces of social change at the National Archives

It can happen with the loud bang of breaking down walls, a colourful splash at a protest, or through peaceful letter writing. Regardless of whether it burns fast and bright or slow and careful, social change permanently alters the path a culture was heading down. Those that have altered the direction of modern Australia are celebrated in the National Archives of Australia’s newest exhibition Disrupt, Persist, Invent, until 12 June.

Christmas spirits come to life at Canberra Theatre Centre

One of the most beloved Christmas classics comes to Canberra Theatre Centre when A Christmas Carol brings the festive spirit to the stage on 20-24 December.

National Museum showcases feminine power

The launch of an international exhibition at the National Museum in Canberra showcases femininity, strength and power throughout history and across cultures.

Loretta Lynn’s life in song on stage

When looking to create a show based on one of country music’s leading ladies, Amber Joy Poulton discovered the resilient Loretta Lynn.

‘Room to Breathe’ at Humble House

Canberra ceramic artist Josephine Townsend showcases her creations and love for her hometown in Room to Breathe at Humble House Gallery from Saturday 29 October.

National Portrait Gallery reflects on who we are

How well do you know who you are, and is who you think you are, the way other people see you? In an opportunity to gain some understanding of how Australians have been seen throughout history, the National Portrait Gallery (NPG) has opened the doors to its newest exhibition.
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